Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Harsco Environmental Corp.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in the United Kingdom is seeking Heavy Equipment Mechanics to repair off-road construction equipment. Candidates should be self-starters, able to conduct diagnostics, and work on various heavy vehicles. The position offers competitive wages between $42.56 and $53.98 per hour, alongside benefits, including health and life insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Preferred qualifications include licenses and abilities to troubleshoot engines and understand technical documentation. Strong attention to safety and readiness for shifts is essential.

Benefits

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability plans

401(k) with company matching

Qualifications

• Experience in repairing large, off-road, construction type equipment.
• Ability to understand technical manuals and make repairs according to OEM specifications.
• Must be able to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Complete diagnostics, troubleshoot and repair heavy off-road equipment.
• Work on pot carriers, loaders, material handlers, fork trucks, and cranes.

Skills

Repairing off-road construction equipment

Troubleshooting diesel and gasoline engines

Welding and fabrication skills

Education

421A license preferred

310T and 310S with Heavy Equipment experience

Job description

Company Description

Harsco Environmental is the premier provider of material processing and environmental services to the global steel and metals industries. Our onsite mill services and resource recovery services offer sustainable solutions that maximize environmental benefit and return valuable raw material into production. We also have developed a range of by-products for specialized applications across industry, construction and agriculture, which utilize Harsco’s expertise in mineral materials.

Job Description

Our Heavy Equipment Mechanics are experienced in repairing large, off-road, construction type equipment in an industrial environment. The right candidate must be a self-starter with the ability to complete diagnostics, troubleshoot and complete repairs to heavy off-road equipment such as pot carriers, loaders, material handlers, fork trucks, and cranes. Knowledge and experience with diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulic systems and/or electronics is preferred. Welding and fabrication skills are a plus.

We offer competitive wages based on skill levels, $42.56-$53.98 per hour fringes including a 401(k), tool reimbursement program and ongoing training opportunities. CDL not required.

*This posting is for an existing vacancy.*

Qualifications

• 421A license preferred, 310T and 310S with Heavy Equipment experience will be considered.
• Must be able to understand technical manuals, illustrations, specifications, diagrams, schematics, and similar guides to make repairs and modifications according to OEM specifications and procedures.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to pass drug/alcohol screens.

Additional Information

• We offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, life insurance and disability plans, as well as a 401k with company matching.

Harsco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.